Wicked Looks 2007, by Revenge Fashion Magazine

We thought it would be appropriate to close out 2007 (and ring in 2008) with our first annual photo collection of some real people who looked fabulous and fashionable when they either took the time to pose for us or were spotted by one of our secret agents (photographers). We attended many events in the New York City area, some fashion related and some not. So many fashionably fabulous people, but so little time. If you see more than one photographs of some people, it's simply because one photograph was just not good enough. This collection is appropriately called Wicked Looks 2007, by Revenge Fashion Magazine.

2007 was a great year for Revenge Fashion Magazine and for the Revenge Media, Inc. family. Revenge Fashion Magazine was started in the summer of 2007 to bring global attention to the underworld of fashion and to trigger a revolution in how we think and feel fashion globally. Donna Karan, Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren, and the other big names in fashion are not the only designers out there. Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, and all the other big stores, are not the only stores out there. There are many even more creative and talented designers out there who, unfortunately, do not have the resources to operate in the mainstream market, but who, nonetheless, are hard at work. There are also many fine boutiques and online stores that are committed to giving you real value for your money. We have nothing against the big names in fashion. All we are asking is for you to mix things up a little by also supporting up-and-coming designers and take the time to visit boutiques and online stores that are serious about giving real value for money.

We hope that 2007 was a great year for you and we wish you BIG things for 2008. Please continue to support your local fashion shows and all up-and-coming designers. Remember, life is short, so make it meaningful and fashionable. And because we are Revenge Fashion Magazine, we strongly recommend that you make 2008 another great year for REVENGE.

p.s. – A BIG thank you to all the great models and designers who have been featured in our coverage (photo collection) so far. Thank you too to all the promoters and behind-the-scenes players who make all these fashion shows so picture perfect. Please continue to be dedicated and true to your game. Again, thank you all.

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Revo Fashion: Deryk Moore

On Saturday November 17, 2007, The Brooklyn Marriott Hotel (Brooklyn, NY) was the place to be for Glance, a JRG Entertainment Fashion event. The designs were high-quality and the show was plain awesome.

Designer Deryk Moore brought heat to the runway with his very trendy and creative designs. If you've never heard of Deryk Moore before, be sure to make note.

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Brand Knowledge: Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation

When Ralph Lauren entered fashion in 1967, we are sure he had no idea he would have grown to become such a great global icon. Forty years later, Ralph Lauren, who started with a collection of neckties, is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation, a billion dollar corporation.

This from their website:

What began forty years ago with a collection of ties has grown into an entire world, redefining American style. Ralph Lauren has always stood for providing quality products, creating worlds and inviting people to take part in our dream. We were the innovators of lifestyle advertisements that tell a story and the first to create stores that encourage customers to participate in that lifestyle.

Their brands include: Polo by Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Ralph Lauren, Black Label, Blue Label, Lauren by Ralph Lauren, RRL, RLX, Rugby, RL Childrenswear, Chaps, and Club Monaco.

Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation is a publicly traded company (NYSE: RL) with a very strong global presence. Their stores are present in many countries, including America, Canada, South Korea, Australia, England, and Brazil.

Their products fall in the following categories:

Men's fashion
Women's fashion
Children's Fashion
Home Fashion (including paint)
Fragrances
Accessories




Other businesses that Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation have expanded into over the years include:

RL Magazine
RL TV
RL Style Guide
RL Restaurant

Ralph Lauren has come a long way and based on the company's future plans it's safe to say that, as far as they are concerned, they still have many miles to go. (Growth Strategies)

Make sure you know what you are buying and who you are supporting. Because nothing beats knowing.

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Revelry: Don Diva Magazine 8th Anniversary Party

Don Diva Magazine parties are usually hot and sexy. On Sunday November 11, 2007 at club Rebel, NYC, their 8^th anniversary party lived up to that reputation. Club Rebel was on fire all night. Many hot sexy models, great music, and a great fashionable crowd. But don’t take our word for it. Check out all 575 pix.

Happy 8^th Don Diva Magazine.

Website – Don Diva Magazine – The Original Street Bible

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Music: Alison Hinds' 'Soca Queen'

Whether or not you know it, Alison Hinds is a star. She is beautiful, she has a perfect figure, she is fashionable, and most of all she is a phenomenal singer. She is Barbados' finest. Her first album, Soca Queen, was released on Tuesday November 6, 2007. We were present for her album launch party, at club Plumm, in New York City. The party was hot and the support was plain awesome.

Please support Alison Hinds by purchasing her album. Then stop by her Myspace page to say hello:

www.Myspace.com/AlisonHinds

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Technolution: 4WomenOnly - Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation Calendar

What will they think of next?

Mutex Developments, a Russian Firm, developed a product (software) named 4WomenOnly (Guardian Angel of Your Female Health).

4WomenOnly promises to accurately calculate the day of ovulation, detect the perfect time for conception, and can help to prevent pregnancy. It also claims to provide detailed data about each day of the menstrual cycle, and can predict the child's sex and birth date. 4WomenOnly can help to manage irregular cycles, and will show the number of days before menstruation and ovulation. 4WomenOnly provides reminders, a calendar for half a year, statistics, export, printing, password protection and much more.

Please note that we have not verified all these claims by Mutex Developments.

Verify: Mutex Developments’ Website

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Renaissance Model: Iryna Storozhuk

Photograph by Laura Tillinghast - www.LauraTillinghast.com

Iryna Storozhuk is a professional model, and since Revenge is a global fashion magazine we would like to add that she is also a lesson in geography. You are looking at our very first Ukrainian female Renaissance Model. Eastern Europe sure looks beautiful.

Iryna has brought to modeling a body that is work of art and the brain of success. Her poses are perfect.

Here is Iryna in the first person:

Name
Iryna Storozhuk

Code Name
Iryna

Age
22

Profession
Professional model

Hometown
Izmail, Ukraine

Base
Miami Beach, Fl

Hobbies
Go to the movies, play with my dog!

Influences
Life

Inspiration
My dreams

Bio
I was born at May 22, 1985 in Izmail town, at the south of Ukraine in the engineer's family, parents was always at work, I read a lot, did sport. Finished courses of painting, knitting, dancing, English language. Graduated first time as the operator of personal computer (1999). Started to work from 12 as the advertisement manager at the school night club. Miss School 2000, 2001, 2002 years. Winners of the region competition in categories..."best article" and "best poem" (2002). First love...beautiful relationship with the Mister School 2000.

Left home at 16 and went to study accountant and audit at the Odessa National Polytechnic University in Odessa city. I sold flowers at the night club on weekends. Won the Nivea's competition as the best article about "Nivea costumer" (2003). Finished International Model School "Scarlett" at 18. Started to work as a model in Ukraine and Turkey. Become office-manager, manager and general manager at the Real Estate company in Odessa in 8 months (2005). Opened my own Marriage agency at 2006. Started to travel...Cyprus, Egypt, Thailand, Russia, Turkey. Finished university year earlier with high marks. I got engage 3 times...never got married!

I love to read Friedrich Nietzsche and Erich Maria Remarque. Love to listen music of Antonio Vivaldi. My heroes are Lou Andreas-Salome, The Count of Monte Cristo and my father. I met a lot of great people all over the world.

I moved to USA, Miami...I am doing modeling, building the fundament for my own family, writing articles for Ukrainian newspapers about great opportunities in America.

Future Plans
To get married, to open my own business

Advice to humankind
Everything will be ok!

Contact Info
fantasyodessa@yahoo.com
www.Myspace.com/IrynaStorozhuk
www.modelmayhem.com/member.php?id=359230
www.portfolios.models.com/236529/

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Revo Fashion: Abby Z Clothing

On October 18, 2007, at a fashion show in Harlem, NY, Abby Z Clothing lit the runway with very comfortable and creative designs for plus size women. Well, see for yourself:

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Brand Knowledge: Nordstrom, Inc.

The one thing that is undisputed about Nordstrom is that they are known for great customer service. Yup, they rule customer service. If every company in the world could copy Nordstrom’s dedication to customer service then this world would be perfect; well, after we solve the global warming crisis. The next time you see a Nordstrom store just go inside and observe it. You don’t have to buy anything; just observe. You will see exactly what we are talking about and it really is for real; no faking.

Here is the Nordstrom story; well, some of it. Taken from their website:

Our Start

In 1887, a 16-year-old boy left his home country of Sweden for the promise of New York City. He arrived with only five dollars in his pocket, unable to speak a word of English. His name? John W. Nordstrom. The first years in the land of opportunity were hard. To make ends meet, young John labored in mines and logging camps as he crossed the United States to California and Washington. Then one morning in 1897, he picked up a newspaper and read the front-page headline "Gold Found in the Klondike in Alaska." The very next day, he made plans to head north.

Things were no easier in the Klondike. The labor was hard, the terrain difficult, and there was an over-supply of eager workers. But within two years, John had earned $13,000 in a gold mine stake and returned to Seattle.

Back in the Northwest, John was eager to invest his money. He had befriended a man while in Alaska, Carl Wallin, who owned a shoe repair shop in downtown Seattle. It wasn't long before the two decided to go into partnership and open a shoe store together.

In 1901, the two opened their first shoe store, Wallin & Nordstrom, in downtown Seattle. This was the start of what would become the retail legend of Nordstrom, Inc.

From the beginning, John's business philosophy was based on exceptional service, selection, quality and value. The company built a devoted customer base; and in 1923, the partners added their second store.

In 1928, John Nordstrom retired and sold his share of the company to his sons, Everett and Elmer. Carl Wallin retired a year later and also sold his share of the company to the Nordstrom sons. A third son, Lloyd, joined the team in 1933.

A Growing Reputation

The company soon grew to become the largest independent shoe chain in the United States. By 1960, Nordstrom had eight stores in Washington and Oregon, and the downtown Seattle store became the largest shoe store in the country.

By the early 1960's, the company was looking for new ways to spread its wings. Venturing into the clothing market, Nordstrom purchased Best Apparel, a Seattle-based clothing store, in 1963.

Three years later, Nordstrom purchased a Portland, Oregon fashion retail store and merged it with their existing Portland shoe store. For the first time, customers were greeted with a selection of both shoes and fine apparel under a new store name: Nordstrom Best.

Men's clothing and children's wear were added in 1966, expanding the store to meet the wardrobe needs of the entire family. Business prospered and within two years, two new stores opened in Washington.

In 1968, the three brothers decided to retire and hand the company over to the third Nordstrom generation. The company was now led by Everett's son Bruce, Elmer's sons James and John, Lloyd's son-in-law Jack McMillan and family friend Bob Bender.

The company went public in 1971. Just two years later, Nordstrom sales passed the $100 million mark and the company was recognized as the largest-volume West Coast fashion specialty store. This same year, the name was formally changed to Nordstrom, Inc.

By 1975, the company had expanded into Alaska, and the first Nordstrom Rack was opened in Seattle as a clearance center for full-line store merchandise. Three years later, the company moved into the competitive California market; and by 1988, Nordstrom had made the big move to the East Coast with the opening of a beautiful new store in Virginia.

Nordstrom Today

While Nordstrom was growing nationally, it focused on catering to customers' needs, individually. Instead of categorizing departments by merchandise, Nordstrom created fashion departments that fit individuals' lifestyles.

Today, Nordstrom has grown from one downtown Seattle shoe store into a nationwide fashion specialty chain with renowned services, generous size ranges and a selection of the finest apparel, shoes and accessories for the entire family.

The company's philosophy has remained unchanged for more than 100 years since its establishment by John W. Nordstrom in 1901: offer the customer the best possible service, selection, quality and value.

Verify: Nordstrom

We hope this story inspires &/or motivates you in some way. Please be a better agent of great customer service and demand great customer service wherever you go. After all, the last time we checked the customer was still always right.

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Renaissance Model: Sasha Revolus

Sasha R is not just an ordinary model; she is also a budding entrepreneur, a designer, a fashion director, among other things. She is truly a renaissance woman who possesses the DNA of success. Take a good look at Sasha and make sure she is imprinted in your head. Make room for Sasha R.

Here is Sasha in the first person:

Name
Sasha R

Code Name
Ms. Kippish

Age
20

Profession
Model, Entrepreneur, Designer, and Fashion Director for Visionary Entertainment.

Hometown
Long Island, NY

Base
Sunrise, Florida

Hobbies
I am a movie head. Whenever I get some free time I usually watch movies. I also style hair, web design, cooking, and I’m a scrap-booker.

Influences
My ninth grade computer teacher, Mrs. Kim Eason-Needle. Before I met her I was that lost child, always being bad and skipping classes. She showed me there was more to life then being a rebel.

Inspiration
My inspiration comes from my little sister Stacey, my godchild Carol, and my friend Rosina. These three girls are pretty much why I can't stop moving. I do everything I do so they know there are no limits to anything you ever want to do.

Bio
An eccentric, business-minded, full-time student, budding designer, and aspiring model from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. With this long personal resume you would think she is older than 20. This Haitian-American woman has been through the rough life that most young kids in a separated home would go through, but she took a stand and stayed focused with great guidance to make a change in some way, some how. She chose to speak through fashion. Her messages speak in volumes with her designs and mindset on how she views society as a whole. She is focused, determined, and a strong believer in finishing what has started...HER LIFE!!!

Future Plans
I plan to attend Miami International University of Art & Design, majoring in Fashion Design. I also want to own a Boutique. In the year 2009 I want to start an organization for young girls, to help mentor them through life.

Advice to humankind
My people of all races, religions, and ages. We need to stop thinking we are the center of the world. The center of attention, and realize that we are slowly deteriorating our world to a rubble of nothing. We need to find a way to take a stand TOGETHER!

Contact Info
www.DUNSTR.com
dunstroutfitting@gmail.com
Myspace.com/ms2tight

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Pride & Self: The Power of Skepticism

One of the most useful tools that is available to all of us, free of cost, is skepticism. And yet, we are often not skeptical enough about what we see, or think we see, and hear. We run hastily with allegations and we accept lies and half-truths as if they were the gospel. When we fail to be skeptical we leave ourselves wide open to manipulation and we are at risk of being labeled gullible.

Every day the media feed us stories that are often incomplete or not yet fully determined. But this does not prevent most people from making up their minds about what they hear. What's the hurry? Why can't we just wait for all the facts and to see whether or not the allegations that have been made or the rumors that are being peddled are true? It is a sorry human condition; that we are so quick to judge and so eager to believe everything that we hear.

Think carefully on these things and start being skeptical about most if not all things. Patiently wait for the facts and don't accept things as being true simply because you hear it on the radio or see it on the television. These days there are many people in the media who are just too busy with their lives to spend the time to get the story right. We live in a world of lies and deception and when you least expect it that just may be the very moment that you are being led astray by someone or something that has some motive that is unknown to you.

Don't be a victim. Don't devalue yourself. Practicing skepticism in moderation is a good healthy habit.

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Revo Fashion: Dark Seduction

On Friday September 28, 2007, Club Tobago, Queens, NY, hosted Meke-Vee Entertainment's 2nd fashion show, entitled Dark Seduction. It was a hot mix of creative designs and great entertainment. Dark Seduction lived up to its name and was truly very seductive.

The Designers were:

Ame-Bell Prevu, by Lavina
All About Us, by StreetInkDesigns
Abmas Couture, by Samba
Toxic-Venom, by Terryanna
Vammocho, by Deron
Ame-Bell Designs, by Lavina
Keneea Linton, by Keneea
Moo7 Styles, by Moo7
Darkness, by Street Ink

Prepare for seduction...
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Revo Fashion: The Art of Curves

On Friday September 21, 2007, the happening event in NYC was The Art of Curves. This was a plus size fashion show. The lighting on the runway was not the best but the designs and the models were all plain awesome.

The Designers were:

B.A. Walker For Streetwalker
BGU (Big Girls United)
Bweela Steptoe’s
Designs by Sakina
Fat Girl Flea Market
Lee Lee’s Valise
Mewv
Style and Pride
Sue Rock Originals
Svoboda
The House of Sir Charles
Trentacosta

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Luxury: The 10 Most Expensive Houses in the World

You can count on Forbes to tell you about the wealthiest and the most expensive this and that. They track everything money.

Here is their list of the most expensive houses for 2007. Perhaps by now the slump in housing prices would have caused a reduction in the value of some of these prized real estates. It's just fascinating how ostentatious some people's lives are. But hey, if it is yours, you have a right to do whatever you want with it. If only we all had it like that. Money does make a difference here on earth.

1. $138 million - Updown Court, Windlesham, Surrey, England
Several ballrooms and grand entrance ways punctuate this house, which has a panic room, an indoor squash court, bowling alley, 50-seat cinema, helipads, space for eight limousines and a heated marble driveway.

2. $135 million - Hala Ranch, Aspen, Colorado, USA
Until Tim Blixseth finishes constructing his $155 million Montana ski lodge, this 95-acre ranch owned Prince Bandar bin Sultan bin Abdul Aziz, former Saudi Arabian ambassador to the U.S., is the most expensive in the country.

3. $125 million - Maison de L'Amitie, Palm Beach, Florida - USA
In 2004, Donald Trump bought former health care executive Abe Gosman's palace, Maison de L'Amitie, center, at a bankruptcy auction for $41.25 million.

4. $100 million – Tranquility, Lake Tahoe, Nevada, USA
Conveniently on the tax-free Nevada side of Lake Tahoe, this 210-acre property is owned by Joel Horowitz, the cofounder of Tommy Hilfiger, who built the property from scratch.

5. $100 million - Waterfront Estate, Istanbul, Turkey
This residence offers more than 30,000 square feet of opulent living space in 64 rooms, which feature large windows looking to the water.

6. $99 million - Bishops Avenue, Hampstead, London, England
Just under the $100 million mark--depending on today’s exchange rate--the Toprak Mansion was built by Turkish entrepreneur Halis Toprak.

7. $75 million - Three Ponds, Bridgehampton, N.Y., USA
Three Ponds, which encompasses more than 60 acres of Hamptons farmland, is named for its surrounding lakes, but also features its own USGA-rated Rees Jones golf course.

8. $75 million - The Portabello Estate, Corona del Mar, California, USA
The triple oceanfront lot along the Pacific Ocean in Southern California is only part of what makes the Portabello Estate so pricey.

9. $70 million - The Pierre Penthouse, New York, NY, USA
This chateau in the sky occupies the top three floors of one of the poshest hotels in New York, located on the edge of Central Park.

10. $65 million - Cap Ferrat, Cote d’Azur, France
Nestled into the landscape about the port of Saint Jean, views from the main house and three guest villas include the ocean, Beaulieu and Monaco.

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Brand Knowledge: Liz Claiborne, Inc.

On Wednesday June 27, 2007, Liz Claiborne, Inc. announced that their founder, Liz Claiborne, died at age 78. Liz Claiborne leaves behind empire Liz Clairborne, Inc., which she started along with her husband, Art Ortenberg, and two other partners, Leonard Boxer and Jerome Chazen, in 1976. Today Liz Claiborne, Inc. is a public company worth almost $5 billion. RIP Liz Claiborne.

This from their website:

Liz Claiborne Inc. designs and markets an extensive range of branded women's and men's apparel, accessories and fragrance products. Our diverse portfolio of quality brands - available domestically and internationally via wholesale and retail channels - consistently meets the widest range of consumers' fashion needs, from classic to contemporary, active to relaxed and denim to streetwear.’

Liz Claiborne, Inc. list their brands in two categories, Direct Brands and Partnered Brands:

Direct Brands
Their direct brands are Juicy Couture, Kate Spade, Lucky Brand Jeans, and Mexx.

Partnered Brands
Their partnered brands include: Axcess, C&C California, Claiborne, Concepts by Claiborne, Dana Buchman, DKNY Jeans/DKNY Active, Ellen Tracy, Emma James, Enyce, First Issue, Intuitions, J.H. Collectibles, Kensie, KensieGirl, Laundry by Design, Liz & Co, Liz Claiborne, Mac & Jac, Monet, Prana, Sigrid Olsen, Stamp 10, Tapemeasure, Tint, and Villager.

Liz Claiborne, Inc. is also a contender in the cosmetics and fragrances market. Their cosmetics and fragrances include: Their cosmetics and fragrances include: Bora Bora, Curve, LIZ, Mambo, Realities, and Soul.

More from their website:

The company also has the exclusive license to produce jewelry under the Kenneth Cole New York and Reaction Kenneth Cole brand names. In May 2007, the company entered into a partnership agreement with designer Narciso Rodriguez, providing for 50 percent ownership of the Narciso Rodriguez name and trademarks and an exclusive license to operate the Narciso Rodriguez business worldwide.

Make sure you know what you are buying and who you are supporting. Because nothing beats knowing.

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Research: Tangerine Peel ‘Kills Cancer Cells’

Hopes for a cure to cancer recently got brighter when a group of researchers from Leicester School of Pharmacy, De Montfort University, UK, announced that they discovered that Salvestrol Q40, found in the skin of tangerine, turned into a toxic compound when injected into cancer cells, destroying them. The researchers also suggested that the trend to throw away tangerine peel may have contributed to the rise in some cancer. This is a rather odd finding, since tangerine peel in its raw form has never been a part of humankind’s diet.

This story is brand new and over time we will see if clinical trials in human beings prove effective. But, for what it’s worth, this is a great discovery. God knows we urgently need a cure for cancer. Every item of news about possible cures for cancer is welcomed.

Kudos to the British researchers. Keep at it.

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Temperament: Tattoos and Piercings

For many people, tattoos and piercings (body art) help to provide enhancement or accents to certain areas of the body, or to the body as a whole. Others do it because everyone seems to be doing it. And, of course, there are those who just won't go there. More than 25% of America's adult population is believed to have at least one tattoo. And these days people are getting areas of the body pierced that really makes you question the sanity of both the piercer and the piercee. Make no joke about it, body art is big business, for all the players (especially sketcher and removers).

Of course, it is your prerogative what you do with your body, but there is no harm in being smart about tattoo and piercing decisions. Here are some things to keep in mind before you go for your tattoo and/or piercing surgery:

• Make sure everything about the facility and the process are hygienic.
• For tattoos, make sure its a real professional tattoo artist and not a con artist.
• For piercing, think long and hard before you do it. There's nothing worse than unwanted holes.
• Check your employer's policy on sporting tattoos and wearing certain types of piercings at work. There just may be a rule against them in the employee handbook.
• Never get a tattoo of the name of your lover.
• In a world of dissatisfaction, tattoos and piercings may only provide temporary satisfaction, if any satisfaction at all.

There is an interesting piece on piercings and tattoos in the workplace here:

Piercings & Tattos in the Workplace

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Technolution: High-Def DVD vs. Blue-Ray

Hold your horses. Don’t buy that new dvd player or dvd just yet. Wait until the ongoing battle between the two competing formats that are vying to replace the dvd as we know it today is settled. The two contending formats are High-Def DVD and Blu-Ray. And the two contenders are Toshiba Corporation, developers of the High-Def DVD format, and Sony Corporation, developers of the Blu-Ray format.

This has to be a very painful dispute for Sony. A similar war was fought back in the 1980s between two forms of video cassette standards. That war was fought between Matsushita and Sony. Matsushita won with its cheaper and longer-recording VHS standard.

So far, it’s hard to tell who is winning. Both sides have ardent supporters and support is growing on both sides daily. One thing that is already resolved is that Toshiba’s technology is the cheaper of the two. So if prefer to keep your money in the bank, then perhaps you should support Toshiba.

Maybe, just maybe, in the end the two formats will survive, which will force us (consumers) to choose sides or buy both. Like life is not already too complicated.

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Brand Knowledge: Luxottica Group

Which is more profitable, the hand or the eye? If you ask Luxottica they will tell you it is the eye. They rule the eyewear business worldwide (hands down). Perhaps your prescription frame or the sun glasses that you adore so much came from one of their manufacturing facilities. This from their website:

Luxottica Group is the world’s leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of prescription frames and sunglasses in the premium and luxury segments. It is a global leader in eyewear, with nearly 5,800 optical and sun retail stores in North America, Asia-Pacific, China and Europe and a strong brand portfolio that includes Ray-Ban, the world’s best selling sun and prescription eyewear brand in the world, as well as, among others, license brands Bvlgari, Burberry, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Donna Karan, Prada, Versace and Polo Ralph Lauren, beginning January 2007, and key house brands: Vogue, Persol, Arnette and REVO… (Wow!)

Their brands are listed on their website as:

Anne Klein, Arnette, Brook Brothers, Bvlgari, Burberry, Chanel, D&G, Dolce & Gabbana, Donna Karan, DKNY, Ferragamo, Killer Loop, Luxottica, Miu Miu, Persol, Prada, Ray-Ban, Revo, Tacchini, SferoFlex, Versace, Versus, and Vogue.

In addition to an extensive global network, the Group manages leading retail brands such as LensCrafters and Pearle Vision in North America, OPSM and Laubman & Pank in Asia-Pacific and Sunglass Hut globally. (More wow)

Excerpts from their mission and values:

Mission

We at Luxottica aim at protecting the eyes and enhancing the faces of men and women all over the world, by manufacturing and selling ophthalmic eyewear and sunwear characterized by their high technical and stylistic quality, in order to maximize our customers' wellbeing and satisfaction…

Values

• Respect and fairness among collaborators; well-being in the work environment; the enthusiasm and engagement of everybody involved in the company's life: from personnel, to partners and up to investors.
• A continuous commitment to maximize the value of each link in the business chain.
• Complying with the legal regulations and customs of the countries where it operates; protecting the natural and social environment; abiding by the market rules, and conducting fair relations with competitors, suppliers and customers…

Make sure you know what you are buying and who you are supporting. Because nothing beats knowing.

Verify: Luxottica Group Website

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Date & Time: The CD is 25 Years Old

It's exactly 25 years today since the compact disc was invented (August 17, 1981). Wow! Time flies. Kudos to Philips and Sony for taking a gamble that has paid off big time. The world relies on the compact disc today in ways that were unimaginable (and perhaps unintended) back in 1981 when it was being brought to life. And even though other music and storage forms have been invented since, something tells us that the CD will remain fashionable for many years to come. Happy 25th, CD!

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Pride & Self: Cell Phone Etiquette

There seems to be a new disease called ‘bad cell phone manners’ that is spreading like wild fire. But you don’t have to catch it, and if you have it already there is hope for you. There are many dos and don’ts regarding cell phone use that are emerging. We really like these (taken from a piece on Microsoft Small Business site, by Joanna L. Krotz):

Don'ts

1. Never take a personal mobile call during a business meeting. This includes interviews and meetings with co-workers or subordinates.

2. Maintain at least a 10-foot zone from anyone while talking.

3. Never talk in elevators, libraries, museums, restaurants, cemeteries, theaters, dentist or doctor waiting rooms, places of worship, auditoriums or other enclosed public spaces, such as hospital emergency rooms or buses. And don't have any emotional conversations in public — ever.

4. Don't use loud and annoying ring tones that destroy concentration and eardrums. Grow up!

5. Never "multi-task" by making calls while shopping, banking, waiting in line or conducting other personal business.

Dos

1. Keep all cellular congress brief and to the point.

2. Use an earpiece in high-traffic or noisy locations. That lets you hear the amplification, or how loud you sound at the other end, so you can modulate your voice.

3. Tell callers when you're talking on a mobile, so they can anticipate distractions or disconnections.

4. Demand "quiet zones" and "phone-free areas" at work and in public venues, like the quiet cars on the Amtrak Metroliner.

5. Inform everyone in your mobile address book that you've just adopted the new rules for mobile manners. Ask them to do likewise. Please.

And we are adding: Put the bloody phone on silent or vibrate when you are at the movies, attending religious or other functions requiring reverence, in quite zones and phone-free areas, during a first date, during intimacy, while on the bus or train...Always ask yourself if having the ringer on has the potential to disrupt or disturb. Never forget to ask that question. And if you know that your phone vibrates just as loud as the ringer then perhaps you are better off putting it on silent or turning it off.

Verify: Cell Phone Etiquette, by Joanna L. Krotz

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Brand Knowledge: Condé Nast Publications

If you’ve never heard of Condé Nast Publications before that would add you to a list of people that is long from here to Timbuktu. And yet, chances are you probably have one of their magazines in your possession.

Their brands include:

Vogue, W, style.com, Glamour, Allure, Self, Teen Vogue, Flip.com, GQ, Details, Men's Vogue, men.style.com, Architectural Digest, House & Garden, Brides, Modern Bride, Elegant Bride, Brides.com, Lucky, Domino, Cookie, Golf Digest, Golf World, Golf for Women, Vanity Fair, Gourmet, Bon Appétit, epicurious.com, Condé Nast, Traveler, concierge.com, Wired, Wired.com, Condé Nast Portfolio, Portfolio.com, The New Yorker

Here’s an extract from their website:

Condé Nast Publications, home to many of the world's celebrated magazines and websites, is committed to journalistic integrity, influential reporting and superior design. Each of our magazines features renowned editors, writers and photographers.

Passion is the core of our philosophy at Condé Nast Publications. Our mission is not only to inform readers but to ignite and nourish their passion for myriad aspects of life…

Yeah right! We so very much believe you.

Make sure you know what you are buying and who you are supporting. Because nothing beats knowing.

Verify: Condé Nast Publications Website

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Luxury: Airbus A380 vs. Boeing 787 Dreamliner

Airbus and Boeing are arch rivals for dominance in the passenger airplane business. Airbus has its headquarters in Toulouse, France, while Boeing has its headquarters in Chicago, IL. So the battle between the two companies is considered by many to be a battle between the US and Europe (and sometimes just France).

In January 2005, Airbus drew first blood with a fanfare unveiling of the A380, a super passenger jetliner that seats 555 or 800 passengers, depending on the internal configuration. On July 8, 2007, Boeing responded with the unveiling of the 787 Dreamliner, also to much fanfare. (It seems like fanfare and unveiling goes hand in hand these days.)

The 787 seats up to 330 passengers, depending on the model and the configuration (even though some say 416 is the top passenger number). The A380 comes in two models (A380-800 for passengers and A380-800F for freight). The 787 is expected to have three models (787-8, 787-3, and 787-9).

Both companies are now doing battle for orders from airlines and high-rollers. So far, Boeing is looking beautiful out of starting blocks. Get ready to fly large.

All about the 787

All about the A380

Airbus' Website

Boeing's Website

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